Expansionism
The late 19th century through the early 20th century was a time marked by expansion. But it did not begin at that time. Expansion on the American continent occurred many years before and the late 19th/early 20th century is only a continuation of previous expansionism. There were similar motives; however, altered to deal with specific situations dealing with foreign nations. Obtaining land was done similarly, depending on what obstacles were to be dealt with. Despite the United States desire for expansion, there were limits with the western frontier and so contained their continued spread for a time. But once a way to go past these limits was found, they were able to continue from where they left off. The main motive for expansion in the 19th century was the idea of Manifest Destiny. The American's were supposedly destined by God to expand from ocean to ocean. But soon after this idea was set in place of American citizen's minds, President James Polk announced to Congress that the Monroe Doctrine should be enforced allowing the US to forcefully expand westwa
The Spanish spread influence in Mexico, which was fought by the Lone Star Republic. " (Doc D) They do not believe the US was allowed to gain territories in such a manner and it was unconstitutional. But technology grew and the limits were not conflicts with other nations. Dealing with the inhabitants of territories acquired was also a problem. to prescribe upon what terms the United States will receive its inhabitants, and what their status shall be in. However, from the Monroe Doctrine, also came additions to the policy to go for a more forceful approach towards expansion. " (Doc H) This was speaking of territories such as, Hawaii. The Anti-Imperialist League "deeply resent the betrayal of American institutions at home. Friction with other nations and internal conflicts contained the United States' spreading influence. (Doc E) Like the annexation of Texas, many Americans were angered over the slavery issue for the new acquired territory. Spanish misrule in Cuba led the US to intervene and push Spanish influence out of the West in the Spanish-American War, which was backed by the Monroe Doctrine. " (Doc F) This forceful approach had also been displayed in the past in the War with Mexico over Texans.
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